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F A Q
What is the difference between iMandarin and other mandarin schools?
- iMandarin is a
certified by the Education Ministry as a training school
for teaching Mandarin.
- All year round classes from total Beginner to
Advanced with new classes starting every week.
- Superb locations in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou & Dalian.
Each of our schools’ is located on major transportation routes in
popular residential, business and commercial districts with modern
and comfortable facilities.
- Small class size, with an average of 4-6 and
maximum 10 students per group.
- Worldwide published teaching materials, from
total beginner to advanced levels.
- Over 15 types of Chinese courses
in China to choose from.
- Quality System covers areas such as: academics,
teachers, lessons, testing, facilities, social programs and
accommodation.
- Varied after-class activities and excursions for
free or nominal fees.
For group classes
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1.If I'm on a
business trip and am not able to attend my lessons, can I make up
the lessons at a later date?
Missed classes due to
travel or business can be made up in the following group class at a
later date within 6 months of the course starting for free. We can
also arrange a private teacher to take you through the missed
lessons, but an extra fee for private tutoring will be assessed.
Please remember to inform iMandarin at least one day before your
scheduled absence in so that we can make the proper arrangements.
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2.If I am not satisfied
with my teacher, what options do you offer?
At iMandarin, your
satisfaction is our utmost objective. If more than half the students
in a particular class feel that the teaching is unsatisfactory, a
new teacher will be appointed to the class. If only one of the
students is dissatisfied with the teacher, the student can transfer
into another class.
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3.If my schedule changes and I can no longer
attend the lessons, what happens with my remaining classes?
You can make up your remaining
classes with a new schedule, or you can transfer your group lessons
to individual instruction with the fees determined on a
pro rata basis from
remaining courses.
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For Individual Classes
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1.How much time is reasonable for me to master survival Mandarin?
Our 40 hour Intensive
course takes place over 3 weeks. Upon completing this course, students
will be able to deal with most simple, day-to-day activities in China.
For students who want to have a deeper understanding of Mandarin, a
longer time period (120 hours) will need to be invested.
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2.How much time is required for each course
level?
Each course needs 40-60 hours, depending on the level you choose.
Classes are usually scheduled 2 - 3 times a week and last between 2 to 3
hours.
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Corporate Training
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1.What is your advantage in cooperate Training?
We study and understand the
changing demands of business and therefore we have developed individual
training modules and course settings for each corporation we work with.
We are confident in our services, because of our customized company
courses, featuring excellent teaching methods and practical course
settings. All are custom designed to benefit your company.
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2.Minimum training length?
Each course takes at least 50
hours to complete. We can set the schedule according to your specific
requirements from Mon. to Fri. between 9am to 9pm.
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3.How to fix training location?
You do! You can choose any appropriate location, either at your company
or in one of our schools.
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Visa Do you offer visa services?
Yes.
We offer either an L visa for stays less than 90 days or an F visa for
short-term training. With an F visa you can stay in China for 3 to 6
months. Students must first pay their tuition in full, and then the
application process will begin. For clients who already have a visa, but
need to transfer to an F visa, please contact us 10 working days before
your visa expires.
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Accommodations & Services
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1.What
accommodation do you have available?
iMandarin can help provide you with a hotel, serviced apartment, hostel,
apartment or home stay to make your time in China more comfortable. All
housing is within 15 minutes of your classroom. We have connections with
major accommodation providers to ensure high quality and comfortable
accommodation for our students. The price range depends on the type of
accommodation you choose. Click here for a more detailed description.
Reference exchange rate (USD : RMB ) is 1: 7
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2.What
other services do you offer during my stay in Shanghai?
Newcomers to Shanghai will be
provided with information on the city, including information on
restaurants, entertainment venues and healthcare. We also schedule trips
and activities each month to treat students to a taste of Chinese
culture.
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3.It is the first time for me to come to
Shanghai. Can iMandarin provide relevant services?
Yes, we have plethora of services
designed to help you, especially for when you first arrive. Our major
services are airport pick-up and city orientation, along with airline
ticket purchasing.
Our expert staff will help you and your family to settle down in
shortest possible time upon arrival to China and adapt to life as easily
as possible.
To ensure the pickup process runs smoothly, we need to be informed of
your complete flight details and accompanying family members at least 3
days before arrival, unless, of course, we booked them for you. No
refund can be given if the schedule is changed within 12 hours. Upon
arrival to either Pudong or Hongqiao Airport, we will greet you at the
arrivals gate with a personalized sign and take you to your
accommodation.
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